The initial name of the settlement was Čámy. It was derived from the personal name Čám, meaning "Čám's (court)".[2][3]
Geography
Čím is located about 28 kilometres (17 mi) northeast of Příbram and 28 km (17 mi) south of Prague. It lies in the Benešov Uplands. The highest point is near the top of the Besedná hill at 493 m (1,617 ft) above sea level. The municipality is situated on the left shore of the Slapy Reservoir, built on the Vltava River.
History
The first written mention of Čím is from 1316. In the mid-14th century, the village was divided into several parts, which had different owners. One of the parts was owned by the local noble Čámský family.[3]